Beyond Retirement

What really happens after retirement? If you’re approaching retirement—or already there—and wondering what now?, you’re not alone. The world is full of financial advice for retirement, but there’s far less about how to actually live a fulfilling life once the 9-to-5 ends. Beyond Retirement is the podcast that explores what comes after the career chapter. Whether your retirement was planned or unexpected, joyful or jarring, you’ll find real stories, honest conversations, and practical inspiration here. Join host Jacquie Doucette as she shares her own journey and speaks with people who’ve reimagined life after work—some fully retired, some shifting gears, and all discovering new meaning in this next stage. From finding purpose to building community, embracing play, and navigating change, we’ll explore how to create a life that truly fits. Because retirement isn’t the end—it’s a new beginning. Let’s figure out what comes next, together.

Beyond Retirement is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 308 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #306

  Rejecting the Default Life in Retirement - with Norman Calvo

  Aug 16, 202642 minS6

  What happens when the career that defined you for decades… no longer fits? In this episode of Beyond Retirement, Jacquie Doucette talks with Norman Calvo, a mortgage banker of 44 years who decided (in his 60s) to run half marathons, take singing lessons, and eventually perform a sold-out one-man cabaret show in Times Square. Norman shares what it looks like to step outside the “default life,” why tiny changes compound into big identity shifts, and how to move forward even when you feel awkward, judged, or unsure who you are without your job title. If you’re approaching retirement (or already there) and you feel a quiet restlessness, this conversation will help you reconnect with what excites you and start designing a next chapter that’s aligned, intentional, and fully alive. Key Topics Covered: Identity After Retirement — Letting go of career labels Living Intentionally — Moving beyond routine Courage to Change — Taking small steps Reinvention Later in Life — Trying new things Practical Next Steps — How to begin change About the Guest: Norman Calvo spent over four decades as a successful mortgage banker before reinventing his life in his 60s through fitness, singing, and coaching. Today, he helps others move beyond routine and rediscover purpose, energy, and excitement in later life. Connect with Norman: Substack: https://normancalvo.substack.com Website: https://www.againstthenorm.net LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/norman-calvo-9792844 Facebook: https://facebook.com/norman.calvo.5 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calvo.norman Beyond Retirement themes discussed: Purpose & Meaning in Retirement Identity After Work Resilience & Emotional Strength Health, Fitness & Aging Well Creating a Fulfilling Routine Courage, Confidence & Taking Action Life Transitions & Reinvention Topics: life after retirement, identity after retirement, retirement purpose, living intentionally, retirement mindset, reinvent yourself, retirement transformation READY TO RAMP UP YOUR RETIREMENT JOURNEY? Start here: https://beyondretirement.ca/start-here/ Book a FREE call with Jacquie: https://calendly.com/jacquiedoucette/discovery Check out the Beyond Retirement Library: https://placeforbooks.com **************** Don't forget to check out Aging With Purpose and Passion , a podcast for women over 50 navigating major life transitions. Hosted by Beverley Glazer, MA, CCC, Work and Life Transition Coach, each episode brings you real stories, practical strategies, and expert insights from women who have faced adversity and created meaningful new chapters in life, work, health, and relationships. If you're feeling uncertain, invisible, restless, or ready for change, this podcast helps you gain confidence, clarity and momentum. Because your best years were never defined by your age. They’re defined by the courage to choose what comes next. Find Aging With Purpose and Passion wherever you get your podcasts. AgingWithPurposeandPassion.com

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  Episode #305

  Retirement Identity: Life After Work Goes Away

  Aug 9, 20269 minS6

  In this solo episode of Beyond Retirement, Jacquie delves into who we become after we retire. Most of us are familiar with our "work identity", but many people struggle to define who they are after retirement. Key ideas retirement leaves a void in our personal identity as humans, we long to belong somewhere what happens when the honeymoon phase is done redefining our identity is a great opportunity for discovery experimentation is good Reflection Questions What do I want to be now? How can I figure out what interests me? READY TO RAMP UP YOUR RETIREMENT JOURNEY? Start here: https://beyondretirement.ca/start-here/ Book a FREE call with Jacquie: https://calendly.com/jacquiedoucette/discovery Check out the Beyond Retirement Library: https://placeforbooks.com **************** Don't forget to check out Aging With Purpose and Passion , a podcast for women over 50 navigating major life transitions. Hosted by Beverley Glazer, MA, CCC, Work and Life Transition Coach, each episode brings you real stories, practical strategies, and expert insights from women who have faced adversity and created meaningful new chapters in life, work, health, and relationships. If you're feeling uncertain, invisible, restless, or ready for change, this podcast helps you gain confidence, clarity and momentum. Because your best years were never defined by your age. They’re defined by the courage to choose what comes next. Find Aging With Purpose and Passion wherever you get your podcasts. AgingWithPurposeandPassion.com

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  Episode #304

  Rethinking Retirement as an Identity Transition – with Dr. Andi Simon

  Aug 2, 202640 minS6

  In this episode of the Beyond Retirement podcast, Jacquie Doucette speaks with corporate anthropologist Dr. Andi Simon about why retirement is far more complex than simply leaving work. Drawing on decades of research and interviews, Dr. Simon explains how retirement often creates an identity gap between who we were during our careers and who we are becoming next. The conversation explores how people navigate this transition, why freedom without structure can feel draining, and how curiosity, community, and intentional design can help retirees build meaningful lives beyond their careers. Key Topics Covered Retirement as a cultural and identity transition Why freedom without structure can feel unexpectedly draining The stages of retirement: honeymoon, awakening, and restructuring The importance of curiosity and experimentation after leaving work How retirees rebuild purpose and community How organizations could better prepare employees for retirement TImestamps 00:00 Introduction and what a corporate anthropologist studies 04:00 Why retirement is such a complex cultural transition 11:00 What successful retirement transitions have in common 18:00 Curiosity, identity, and asking the deeper “why” questions 22:00 What organizations could do differently about retirement 25:00 Reframing retirement as a stage of becoming 33:00 Advice for people struggling with the transition Guest Links: Website: https://www.andisimon.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andisimon Book: Rethink Retirement , https://www.amazon.com/dp/1636184278 READY TO RAMP UP YOUR RETIREMENT JOURNEY? Start here: https://beyondretirement.ca/start-here/ Book a FREE call with Jacquie: https://calendly.com/jacquiedoucette/discovery Check out the Beyond Retirement Library: https://placeforbooks.com ************** Don't forget to check out Aging With Purpose and Passion . It is a podcast for women over 50 navigating major life transitions. Hosted by Beverley Glazer, MA, CCC, Work and Life Transition Coach, each episode brings you real stories, practical strategies, and expert insights from women who have faced adversity and created meaningful new chapters in life, work, health, and relationships. If you're feeling uncertain, invisible, restless, or ready for change, this podcast helps you gain confidence, clarity, and momentum. Because your best years were never defined by your age. They’re defined by the courage to choose what comes next. Find Aging with Purpose and Passion wherever you get your podcasts. AgingWithPurposeandPassion.com Mentioned in this episode: Aging with Purpose and Passion Reinvention After 50 Starts With One Question: What’s Next? Aging With Purpose and Passion is a podcast for women over 50 navigating major life transitions. Hosted by Beverley Glazer, MA, CCC, Work and Life Transition Coach, each episode brings you real stories, practical strategies, and expert insights from women who have faced adversity and created meaningful new chapters in life, work, health, and relationships. If you're feeling uncertain, invisible, restless, or ready for change, this podcast helps you gain confidence, clarity and momentum. Because your best years were never defined by your age. They’re defined by the courage to choose what comes next. Find Aging With Purpose and Passion, wherever you get your podcasts. AgingWithPurposeandPassion.com

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  Episode #303

  Retirement Is a Choice: Designing Life with Intention

  Jul 26, 20268 minS6

  In this solo episode of Beyond Retirement, Jacquie reflects on how we can give meaning to our lives in retirement. Key Ideas retirement doesn't automatically have meaning taking time to relax as you begin retirement can be helpful the little voice in your head can help you find direction finding structure for your day is imperative purpose doesn't have to be "big" Questions to Reflect On What gives you energy? What tasks/activities do people often ask you for help with? What problems around you could you help solve? READY TO RAMP UP YOUR RETIREMENT JOURNEY? Start here: https://beyondretirement.ca/start-here/ Book a FREE call with Jacquie: https://calendly.com/jacquiedoucette/discovery Check out the Beyond Retirement Library: https://placeforbooks.com Mentioned in this episode: Reinvention Rebels Reinvention Rebels, hosted by Wendy Battles, is for women in midlife and beyond who are ready to consciously design the next chapter of their lives. Through stories of women 50 to 90-plus who are starting businesses, finding love, taking on big challenges, and rediscovering their confidence, Wendy reminds listeners that reinvention doesn’t have an expiry date.

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  Episode #302

  Finding Joy and Purpose: Real-Life Retirement - with Sandy Laneville

  Jul 19, 202636 minS6

  What happens when retirement becomes an opportunity to build something meaningful rather than simply step away from work? In this episode of Beyond Retirement, Jacquie Doucette sits down with Sandy Laneville to explore how retirement can become a time of contribution, connection, and personal growth. Sandy’s journey began with a career in municipal recreation before she chose to stay home to raise her children. Over the years, she continued to find ways to contribute — volunteering in the community, serving as deputy reeve in her municipality, launching a pickleball club, leading women’s retreats, and teaching senior fitness classes. Through her story, Sandy illustrates that retirement is not about slowing down completely — it’s about choosing how you want to spend your time and energy. From helping seniors stay active to building community programs and supporting neighbors, Sandy shows how purpose can evolve through every stage of life. Her central message is simple but powerful: follow what brings you joy, listen to that inner voice encouraging you to try something new, and remember that you don’t have to be an expert to make a meaningful difference. Key Topics Covered Purpose Beyond Career Why many people still need a sense of contribution after leaving paid work Finding fulfillment through volunteering and community involvement Identity Transitions Adjusting from career roles to family and community roles Discovering leadership and personal strengths later in life Staying Active in Retirement How movement and balance training support independence Small daily habits that can improve physical health Community Connection The importance of avoiding isolation after retirement Building friendships and support networks among seniors Creating Opportunities Starting local initiatives like fitness groups or pickleball clubs Why you don’t have to be an expert to introduce new activities Following the Voice of Joy Recognizing what brings you energy and fulfillment Letting joy guide decisions in retirement Questions to Reflect On What activities genuinely bring you joy right now? Is there something you’ve always wanted to try but never had time for? How could you contribute to your community in a small way? Are there relationships you could strengthen by reaching out more often? What would retirement look like if you designed it intentionally? Resources Matthew Kelly's book, Slowing Down to the Speed of Joy , https://amazon.com/dp/1635825644 READY TO RAMP UP YOUR RETIREMENT JOURNEY? Start here: https://beyondretirement.ca/start-here/ Book a FREE call with Jacquie: https://calendly.com/jacquiedoucette/discovery Check out the Beyond Retirement Library: https://placeforbooks.com ************** Don't forget to check out Reinvention Rebels and grab your free gift: https://reinventionrebels.com/100 Reinvention Rebels , hosted by Wendy Battles, is for women in midlife and beyond who are ready to consciously design the next chapter of their lives. Through stories of women 50 to 90-plus who are starting businesses, finding love, taking on big challenges, and rediscovering their confidence, Wendy reminds listeners that reinvention doesn’t have an expiry date.

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